Our expert physicians, nurses and technicians are highly trained to provide the latest, most effective wound care for a variety of conditions.
Why choose UPMC in Central Pa. for Wound Care treatment?
Our Wound and Hyperbaric Centers offer comprehensive wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) to treat chronic wounds and aid in healing. Our wound care experts offer a multidisciplinary approach, advanced and personalized treatment options and years of experience. With the state-of-the-art treatments available including debridement, dressing selection, special shoes, and patient education, people with non-healing and chronic wounds now have a place to turn. Learn more about what sets us apart.
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Conditions We Treat
Our expert physicians, nurses and technicians are highly trained to provide the latest, most effective wound care for a variety of conditions, including:
- Chronic infections.
- Diabetic foot ulcers.
- Non-healing surgical wounds.
- Pressure ulcers.
- Venous stasis ulcers (non-healing wounds that usually occur in the leg).
- Wounds associated with serious infection.
- Wounds caused by arterial disease.
- Wounds from radiation injury.
When should I seek wound care treatment?
Many patients mistakenly believe that seeking treatment at a wound center is a last resort when all other treatment options have failed. Because small wounds heal faster than large wounds, we encourage you to call us right away if you are experiencing certain symptoms or conditions, including:
- A wound that has not improved after one month.
- A leg or foot ulcer resulting from poor circulation.
- An incision or injury that won't heal.
- An injury caused by sustained pressure.